September First Saturday

First Saturday means all day activities, late-night shopping and dining, live music on the street, and a free trolley to guide your way! During September First Saturday, we’re celebrating the locally-made products that make Frederick’s retail community so rich.

Whether you’ve lived here for years, or you’re a first time visitor, First Saturdays are a great time to discover something new about Downtown Frederick.

PARKING & TRAVEL

Looking for a place to stay? Check out downtown accommodations here. You can also find many great places to stay located outside of Downtown Frederick. Visit the Tourism Council of Frederick County’s website for a full list of hotels, bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals, cabins and camping and check out our special First Saturday rates available at participating hotels!

LIVE MUSIC + ENTERTAINMENT

Each First Saturday, musicians and entertainment can be found all over downtown! Stay tuned for a list of this month’s performers.

LIVE ART

Each month, find artists painting live scenes inspired by Downtown Frederick. Paintings will be on display & available for sale during our First Saturday Art Show in August 2019!

LOCAL SHOPPING & EVENTS

Downtown businesses each celebrate First Saturday with their own unique events. From in-store tastings and events, to artist and vendor exhibitions or even a downtown scavenger hunt… there’s always something new to explore! Event details for individual businesses will be added as the date approaches.

TROLLEY STOPS

While you’re here, take advantage of the free trolley! The trolley runs every 15 minutes from 3pm – 9pm and has five convenient stops throughout downtown. It’s completely free! Just hop on and ride.

Pistarro’s | 221 N East St

Little Pottery Shop | 117 N East St

Spin the Bottle Wine Company | 220 E Patrick St

Brewer’s Alley | 121 N Market St

Bravura Arts and Framing | 428 N Market St

For additional information about Downtown Frederick, stop by the First Saturday Kiosk located at the corner of Market Street and Church Street, each First Saturday from 3-9pm.